Asthma For Dummies

The latest on how to understand, treat, and manage asthmaThis straightforward guide helps the over 17 million adults with asthma as well as parents with asthmatic children to get a handle on the disease– and manage it effectively. Covering everything from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment options and prevention strategies, Dr. William Berger shows asthma sufferers how to understand the relationship between allergies and asthma, pinpoint asthma triggers, and evaluate asthma medications. Readers will discover how to handle the special issues associated with childhood asthma, take advantage of the latest therapies and management strategies, and much more.William E. Berger, MD (Mission Viejo, CA), a leading asthma expert, is board-certified in pediatrics as well as allergy and immunology and has more than two decades of experience in treating asthma patients.